In this episode, we follow siblings Arjun and Zara in the town of Everwood. By day, they are ordinary kids, but by night, they are the secret superhero duo, Net Knight and Data Spark, protecting the digital world. Their greatest strength is their ability to keep their identities a secret.

One day, while online, Arjun notices alarming posts from their parents and other adults sharing personal information about them, including their favorite hobbies. Arjun and Zara realize that if someone connects these dots, their secret identities could be exposed. Their fears are confirmed when they are followed by a shadowy figure in the digital world and receive a threatening message.

Knowing the danger, Arjun and Zara bravely confront the adults in their lives, explaining how their online sharing is putting them at risk and emphasizing the importance of privacy. The adults, initially surprised, come to understand the potential consequences and promise to be more careful about what they share online.

Main Learning Points:

• Understanding Digital Privacy: Learn how sharing personal information online can compromise your safety and anonymity.
• Recognizing Digital Footprints: Identify how even seemingly innocent online posts can contribute to a larger digital footprint.
• Developing Digital Self-Awareness: Understand the implications of the information shared about you online by others.
• The Importance of Open Communication: Learn the value of talking to trusted adults about online safety concerns and privacy.
• Asserting Boundaries: Understand that it's okay to ask adults to respect your privacy online.

Check out more related Data Girl and Friends materials here:

• Guardians of Your Data: Data Girl Guardians of Your Data – 1
• The Cost of Free Apps: The Cost of Free Apps – 1
• Why Privacy? Why Privacy Workbook – 1